Can overwhelm opponents in the half-court as a rebounder, shot-blocker, and offensive force. Plays with an intimidating edge and intensity. Fast and nimble enough to fill the lane on the fast break. Has natural bulk for his simply massive frame, with a great wingspan and good feet.

Flaws:

Foul-prone. Has faced regular questions about his conditioning, maturity, and attitude. Needs to keep developing his shooting stroke, passing, and overall game.

Career Potential:

Dominant center with All-Star talent.

Career Honors & Awards

League

Honor

Description

NBA

All-NBA Second Team

2014-15

NBA

All-Rookie First Team

2010-11

NBA

Played in the All-Star Game

2014-15

Movements & Injuries

2015

4/15/2015

Missed the last 5 regular season games (sore right foot).

4/07/2015

Sore right foot, day-to-day.

3/21/2015

Missed 2 games (calf injury).

3/18/2015

Calf injury, day-to-day.

3/03/2015

Missed 2 games (ankle injury).

2/27/2015

Ankle injury, day-to-day.

1/19/2015

Missed 1 game (sprained right ankle).

1/17/2015

Sprained right ankle, day-to-day.

2014

12/27/2014

Missed 1 game (illness).

12/26/2014

Illness, day-to-day.

12/18/2014

Missed 10 games (illness).

11/28/2014

Illness, day-to-day.

4/16/2014

Missed the last regular season game (suspended by nba).

4/14/2014

Suspended by the NBA for 1 game.

3/18/2014

Missed 1 game (right knee injury).

3/16/2014

Right knee injury, day-to-day.

3/01/2014

Missed 1 game (suspended by nba).

2/27/2014

Suspended by the NBA for 1 game.

2/27/2014

Fined $20,000 by the NBA.

2/21/2014

Missed 1 game (strained left hip flexor).

2/19/2014

Strained left hip flexor, day-to-day.

2/03/2014

Missed 6 games (ankle injury).

1/24/2014

Ankle injury, day-to-day.

2013

12/06/2013

Missed 1 game (ankle injury).

12/03/2013

Ankle injury, day-to-day.

9/27/2013

Signed by the Sacramento Kings to a four-year contract extension.

3/19/2013

Missed 2 games (thigh injury).

3/13/2013

Thigh injury, day-to-day.

2012

12/28/2012

Missed 2 games (suspended by team).

12/22/2012

Suspended indefinitely by the Sacramento Kings.

12/14/2012

Missed 1 game (suspended by nba).

12/12/2012

Suspended by the NBA for 1 game.

11/16/2012

Missed 2 games (suspended by nba).

11/11/2012

Suspended by the NBA for 2 games.

10/17/2012

Sacramento Kings exercised their contract option for the 2013-14 season.

3/09/2012

Missed 1 game (food poisoning).

3/07/2012

Food poisoning, day-to-day.

1/03/2012

Missed 1 game (disciplinary).

1/01/2012

Disciplinary, day-to-day.

2011

6/22/2011

Sacramento Kings exercised their contract option for the 2012-13 season.

2/15/2011

Missed 1 game (nausea and dizziness).

2/14/2011

Fined an undisclosed amount by the Sacramento Kings.

2/13/2011

Nausea and dizziness, day-to-day.

2010

7/07/2010

Signed by the Sacramento Kings.

Career Transactions

2010

6/24/2010

Drafted by the Sacramento Kings in the 1st round (5th overall) in 2010.

Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins is the subject of conflicting reports as we approach the NBA draft.

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Impact

The rumors have coach George Karl pushing to deal the center, but owner Vivek Ranadive wanting to keep him. If rumors are true and he keeps calling for a trade, this probably doesn't end well for Karl. Owners almost always win power struggles.

The Lakers have "emerged as one of the most determined trade suitors" for Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins according to ESPN's Marc Stein. | 06/22/2015 5:56 PM

News

The Lakers have "emerged as one of the most determined trade suitors" for Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins according to ESPN's Marc Stein.

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Impact

The Kings, however, have said Cousins is not available, so at this point, it would be a surprise if Cousins lands with the Lakers.

Kings PF/C DeMarcus Cousins will not play in Tuesday's game against Minnesota. | 04/07/2015 4:05 PM

News

Kings PF/C DeMarcus Cousins will not play in Tuesday's game against Minnesota.

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Impact

Cousins is dealing with a sore foot and have a back-to-back set scheduled. He's posted 24 points and 20 or more rebounds in two of the last three games since missing a contest with Memphis. There are now a lot of shot opportunities available for the remainder of the team as Cousins averages over 18 shots per night.

Kings PF/C DeMarcus Cousins recorded a triple-double with six blocks on Wednesday versus the Rockets. | 04/01/2015 10:34 PM

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Kings PF/C DeMarcus Cousins recorded a triple-double with six blocks on Wednesday versus the Rockets.

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Impact

Cousins and the Kings nearly spoiled James Harden's career-high 51 points, but the Rockets did win, 115-111. Cousins finished with 24 points, 21 rebounds, 10 assists, six blocks and three steals. He must continue to be in lineups as long as he is playing.

Kings PF/C DeMarcus Cousins will play on Wednesday versus the Rockets according to ESPN. | 04/01/2015 7:05 PM

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Kings PF/C DeMarcus Cousins will play on Wednesday versus the Rockets according to ESPN.

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Impact

This is a bit surprising because coach George Karl talked about resting Cousins for road games the rest of the way. No matter, though, because Cousins has to be in lineups as long as he is playing.

Kings PF/C DeMarcus Cousins will not play Monday night against Memphis.

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Impact

Cousins has been a fantasy stud all season (24.1 ppg, 12.4 rpg, 3.3 apg, 1.5 apg, 1.7 bpg) and this is a disaster for fantasy owners. It isn't a specific injury, just rest, and could happen more times over the finals weeks of the season.

Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins had a huge game during Friday's loss to the Pelicans. | 03/27/2015 10:14 PM

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Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins had a huge game during Friday's loss to the Pelicans.

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Impact

He had 39 points, 19 boards, two assists, one steal, three blocks, and two turnovers, while shooting 16-of-28 from the field and 7-of-12 from the line. Cousins desperately needs some help around him.

Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins had a monster game with 33 points and 17 rebounds in the, 107-106, victory over the 76ers on Tuesday. | 03/25/2015 9:12 AM

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Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins had a monster game with 33 points and 17 rebounds in the, 107-106, victory over the 76ers on Tuesday.

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Impact

Cousins was just 8-for-27 from the field, but he did hit 17-of-19 at the foul line. He also had four blocks, four steals and three assists. Cousins is going to continue to see more DNP down the stretch, but he must be in the lineup when he plays.

Fantasy owners were pleased to see Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins out on the floor and producing Sunday night. | 03/22/2015 8:27 PM

News

Fantasy owners were pleased to see Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins out on the floor and producing Sunday night.

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Impact

Cousins had 20 points, shooting 54.5 percent. He also had seven rebounds, five assists, three steals and shot 8-for-8 at the line. Cousins will likely see more DNP down the stretch, but he needs to be in fantasy lineups when he plays.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (calf) will play Sunday against Washington.

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Impact

Cousins needs to be active in all lineups. Jason Thompson will head back to the bench.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins will not play on Friday versus the Hornets. | 03/20/2015 8:44 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins will not play on Friday versus the Hornets.

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Impact

Initially, James Ham of Cowbell Kingdom reported Cousins would play, but that is not the case now. At least we have some clarity on the situation.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins has moved back to being a game-time decision according to Fox Sports 1. | 03/20/2015 8:37 PM

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Kings center DeMarcus Cousins has moved back to being a game-time decision according to Fox Sports 1.

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Impact

We wrote a note about 15 minutes ago saying he was playing, but now Fox Sports 1 is reporting Cousins as a game-time decision again. Whether this is Cousins and the Kings changing their minds or a false report, this is quite confusing. Stay tuned for one further update.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins will play on Friday versus the Hornets according to Fox Sports 1. | 03/20/2015 8:22 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins will play on Friday versus the Hornets according to Fox Sports 1.

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Impact

Cousins has been on fire lately, averaging 29.7 ppg in the last three games, so he should be in everyone's lineup.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins is out on Wednesday versus the Clippers according to NBA.com. | 03/18/2015 6:25 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins is out on Wednesday versus the Clippers according to NBA.com.

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Impact

That's really too bad because Cousins is averaging 29.7 ppg in the last three games. Cousins has played in most of the games this season, but it should surprise if he rests a lot down the stretch since the Kings are out of the playoffs.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins has posted 69 points and 30 rebounds over the past two games and will face a Hawks team on Monday without starting center Al Horford. | 03/16/2015 10:03 AM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins has posted 69 points and 30 rebounds over the past two games and will face a Hawks team on Monday without starting center Al Horford.

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Impact

Cousins should be able to produce monster numbers against the remainder of the Hawks big men.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins led Sacramento with 30 points, six assists and nearly led the team with five assists as well in the, 113-97, loss to Washington on Saturday. | 03/14/2015 9:35 PM

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Kings center DeMarcus Cousins led Sacramento with 30 points, six assists and nearly led the team with five assists as well in the, 113-97, loss to Washington on Saturday.

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Impact

Cousins was 9-for-17 from the field and went 12-of-16 at the line. He also had one block and fouled out. Cousins is averaging 25.6 ppg and 15.0 rpg in the last five games.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins had an absurd game during Friday's loss against the 76ers. | 03/13/2015 9:38 PM

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Kings center DeMarcus Cousins had an absurd game during Friday's loss against the 76ers.

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Impact

We are not sure what was more impressive - the fact Cousins pulled down a career-high 24 rebounds and scored a season-high 39 points, or that he went 15-of-20 from the line and 12-of-24 from the field. Nevertheless, it was a dominant performance.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins did not practice with the team on Thursday. | 03/12/2015 3:19 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins did not practice with the team on Thursday.

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Impact

He's had a sore ankle, so this may just be the team giving him extra time off, but the Kings play the Sixers on Friday and a lot of teams have been resting starters and still winning against Philadelphia. Check back close to tipoff on Friday to make sure he's in the lineup.

He finished with 20 points and 14 boards, along with one assist, two steals, and four turnovers. Cousins is a top-15 option.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins had a monster double-double before fouling out in Saturday's overtime loss to the Heat. | 03/07/2015 10:31 PM

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Kings center DeMarcus Cousins had a monster double-double before fouling out in Saturday's overtime loss to the Heat.

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Impact

He recorded 27 points, 17 boards, three dimes, two steals, one block, and five turnovers. Cousins also shot well from the field, going 10-of-17, as well as 7-of-8 from the line. Rudy Gay also put in 27 points.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins had a monster double-double before fouling out in Saturday's overtime loss to the Heat. | 03/07/2015 10:31 PM

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Kings center DeMarcus Cousins had a monster double-double before fouling out in Saturday's overtime loss to the Heat.

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Impact

He recorded 27 points, 17 boards, three dimes, two steals, one block, and five turnovers. Cousins also shot well from the field, going 10-of-17, as well as 7-of-8 from the line. Rudy Gay allso put in 27 points.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins had a monster double-double before fouling out in Saturday's overtime loss to the Heat. | 03/07/2015 10:31 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins had a monster double-double before fouling out in Saturday's overtime loss to the Heat.

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Impact

He recorded 27 points, 17 boards, three dimes, ywo steals, one block, and five turnovers. Cousins also shot well from the field, going 10-of-17, as well as 7-of-8 from the line. Rudy Gay allso put in 27 points.

He only played 22 minutes but that is still a very low total for Cousins. He had 14 points, shooting 41.7 percent from the field with three steals and two blocks.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins went 11-of-11 at the line during Tuesday's blowout win against the Knicks. | 03/03/2015 10:03 PM

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Kings center DeMarcus Cousins went 11-of-11 at the line during Tuesday's blowout win against the Knicks.

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Impact

He also went 5-of-10 from the field, and finished with 22 points, 10 boards, three assists, one 3-pointer, two steals, two blocks, and three embarrassing turnovers. Cousins had missed the two previous games with an ankle injury, but looked healthy on Tuesday.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins will not play on Sunday versus the Trail Blazers.

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Impact

Cousins will miss his second straight game. Carl Landry will probably start again with Reggie Evans seeing an increase in minutes as well, but Rudy Gay will see the biggest fantasy boost without Cousins.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins missed practice on Saturday due to his ankle injury, and he is questionable at best for Sunday's game versus the Trail Blazers. | 02/28/2015 6:50 PM

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Kings center DeMarcus Cousins missed practice on Saturday due to his ankle injury, and he is questionable at best for Sunday's game versus the Trail Blazers.

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Impact

Cousins played through his ankle injury on Wednesday and suffered a setback, so it is unlikely he will try that again. Jason Thompson registered a double-double and Ben McLemore scored 21 points without Cousins on Friday, so if Cousins doesn't play Sunday, those two players are fantasy owners' best options.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins missed practice on Saturday due to his ankle injury, and he is questionable at best for Sunday's game versus the Trail Blazers. | 02/28/2015 6:50 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins missed practice on Saturday due to his ankle injury, and he is questionable at best for Sunday's game versus the Trail Blazers.

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Impact

Cousins played through his ankle injury on Wednesday and suffered a setback, so it is unlikely he will try that again. Jason Thompson registered a double-double and Ben McLemore scored 21 points without Cousins on Friday, so if Cousins doesn't play Sunday, those two players are fantasy owners' best options.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins missed Thursday's practice due to an ankle issue and has been downgraded to out for Friday's game against San Antonio. | 02/27/2015 4:22 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins missed Thursday's practice due to an ankle issue and has been downgraded to out for Friday's game against San Antonio.

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Impact

Cousins is a top-five fantasy asset and any loss of production from the center is a disaster. He's averaging 23.7 ppg, 12.2 rpg, 3.3 apg, 1.4 spg, 1.7 bpg. Carl Landry and Reggie Evans should see plenty of court time though none can match Cousins' fantasy value.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins missed Thursday's practice due to an ankle issue and should be considered questionable for Friday versus San Antonio. | 02/26/2015 4:29 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins missed Thursday's practice due to an ankle issue and should be considered questionable for Friday versus San Antonio.

sportsnetwork.com

Impact

Cousins is a top-five fantasy asset and any loss of production from the center is a disaster. He's averaging 23.7 ppg, 12.2 rpg, 3.3 apg, 1.4 spg, 1.7 bpg.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins scored a team-high 21 points, but had only four rebounds during Saturday's loss against the Clippers. | 02/22/2015 9:25 AM

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Kings center DeMarcus Cousins scored a team-high 21 points, but had only four rebounds during Saturday's loss against the Clippers.

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Impact

Cousins shot 6-of-19 from the field and 9-of-13 from the line, and also chipped in two assists, two steals, two blocks, and five turnovers.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins scored a team-high 21 points, but had only four rebounds during Saturday's loss against the Clippers. | 02/22/2015 9:23 AM

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Kings center DeMarcus Cousins scored a team-high 21 points, but had only four rebounds during Saturday's loss against the Clippers.

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Impact

Cousins shot 6-of-19 from the field and 9-of-13 from the line, and also chipped in two assists, two steals, two blocks, and five turnovers.

In his final game before All-Star Weekend, Cousins went 9-of-20 from the floor and 10-of-12 from the line for 28 points, 19 rebounds, five assists, four blocks, and six turnovers. He is a borderline top-15 player.

He was questionable coming in, but will not be able to suit up. Jason Thompson, Ryan Hollins, and Reggie Evans will see extended time, but will have a tough matchup against Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins is questionable for Saturday's game due to a right ankle injury. | 01/17/2015 4:52 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins is questionable for Saturday's game due to a right ankle injury.

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Impact

Cousins played Friday, but he was obviously not 100 percent. Playing versus Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan on Saturday will probably motivate Cousins to suit up, but he won't be 100 percent again.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins recorded a double-double on Friday versus the Heat.

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Impact

Cousins led the Kings with 17 points and 11 rebounds. Cousins was awful from the field, 4-for-12, but made up for it going 9-for-9 at the line. He also had five assists although he did turn it over eight times.

He had 32 points, 16 boards, nine assists, two steals, one block, but also nine turnovers. Cousins fouled out at the end of regulation and was not available for overtime, hampering what could have been an even bigger line.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins recorded his third straight double-double on Wednesday, but it was hardly a great game for the Sacramento center. | 12/31/2014 4:34 PM

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Kings center DeMarcus Cousins recorded his third straight double-double on Wednesday, but it was hardly a great game for the Sacramento center.

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Impact

Cousins scored 11 points and grabbed 11 rebounds but shot only 29.4 percent from the field. It was Cousins worst shooting game since opening night. Oh, and the referees also ejected him for two technical fouls.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins recorded his third straight double-double on Wednesday, but it was hardly a great game for the Sacramento center. | 12/31/2014 4:29 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins recorded his third straight double-double on Wednesday, but it was hardly a great game for the Sacramento center.

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Impact

Cousins scored 11 points and grabbed 11 rebounds but shot only 29.4 percent from the field. It was Cousins worst shooting game since opening night.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins had a very efficient fantasy night on Monday.

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Impact

Cousins scored 24 points, one shy of the team lead, and had 13 rebounds. Cousins was 9-of-12 from the field and 6-for-9 at the free-throw line. Rudy Gay scored 25 points, but shot 9-of-21 from the field. Cousins also had four assists, two blocks and a steal.

If Cousins was limited in minutes, we didn't see it. He played 32:49 minutes in all, including all of the fourth quarter and did his usual damage with 27 points, 11 rebounds and five assists. He's a fantasy stud and a must start.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins will start with a minutes limit on Thursday.

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Impact

Cousins has been out since Novemeber, so this is great news. He likely needs a little bit more time to get back into game shape, which is why he will be held to limited minutes. Even if he only plays 20 minutes, Cousins is a must-start in fantasy.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (illness) practiced on Wednesday and is expected to play on Thursday. | 12/17/2014 4:45 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (illness) practiced on Wednesday and is expected to play on Thursday.

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Impact

Owners need to check back tomorrow, but the fact Cousins is practicing is an extremely positive sign. He has missed the pastthree weeks with viral meningitis.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (illness) practiced on Wednesday and is expected to play on Thursday. | 12/17/2014 4:45 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (illness) practiced on Wednesday and is expected to play on Thursday.

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Impact

Owners need to check back tomorrow, but the fact Cousins is practicing is an extremely positive sign. He has missed the past three weeks with viral meningitis.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (illness) is still not ready to return to the lineup. | 12/11/2014 2:22 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (illness) is still not ready to return to the lineup.

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Impact

Cousins (23.5 ppg, 12.6 rpg, 2.4 apg, 1.1 spg, 1.5 bpg) is dealing with a viral infection. There is no timetable for his return which could end up going through the end of December. It's a disaster for his fantasy owners.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (illness) will not play on Friday or Saturday. | 12/03/2014 4:22 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (illness) will not play on Friday or Saturday.

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Impact

Cousins was admitted to a hospital on Tuesday as he deals with a viral infection. He is expected to return on Monday.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins will try to play through an illness on Tuesday. | 12/02/2014 8:37 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins will try to play through an illness on Tuesday.

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Impact

Cousins has missed the last two games, so it will be nice to see him back out there. Make sure Cousins is in your lineup.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins has missed two games due to illness, but did participate in the morning shootaround. | 12/02/2014 3:09 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins has missed two games due to illness, but did participate in the morning shootaround.

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Impact

This is a good sign, though no guarantee that he's playing. Cousins (23.5 ppg, 12.6 rpg, 2.4 apg, 1.1 spg) is a fantasy stud and can't be replaced by one guy.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins has missed two games due to illness and is questionable for Tuesday's game against Toronto. | 12/01/2014 11:57 AM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins has missed two games due to illness and is questionable for Tuesday's game against Toronto.

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Impact

The flu is going through the Kings locker room, and Cousins (23.5 ppg, 12.6 rpg, 2.4 apg, 1.1 spg) is the latest victim. Sacramento used Ryan Hollins Friday and he came through with 15 points and six rebounds, but then disappeared in 17 minutes on Sunday. Neither Carl Landry of jason Thompson did anything in Cousins' absence either.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins will not play against the Spurs on Friday. | 11/28/2014 5:40 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins will not play against the Spurs on Friday.

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Impact

The flu is going through the Kings locker room, and Cousins is the latest victim. Sacramento doesn't really have a center to replace Cousins, so it will be a team effort. Jason Thompson should get most of the minutes, but with many others in the mix, no one if fantasy relevant on Friday.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins is doubtful for Friday due to illness, according to Sacramento Kings/NBA writer Jason Jones of The Sacramento Bee. | 11/28/2014 2:32 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins is doubtful for Friday due to illness, according to Sacramento Kings/NBA writer Jason Jones of The Sacramento Bee.

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Impact

Cousins is a top-five fantasy stud and there is no replacement for his numbers - 23.6 ppg, 12.6 rpg, 2.4 apg, 1.1 spg, 1.5 bpg.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins was unreal in Saturday's win over the Timberwolves.

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Impact

He was 11-of-15 from the field and 9-of-10 from the line for 31 points, 18 rebounds, two assists, two blocks, one steal, and three turnovers. If Cousins can keep his head on straight, he will continue to produce for owners all season long.

Even with the 10 extra minutes of game time, Cousins' line was impressive on Friday. He shot below 50 percent but made up for it going 13-for-14 at the line. He also had two blocks. Cousins is averaging 24.2 ppg, 11.8 rpg and 1.3 bpg through six games. The Kings are off to a surprisingly fast start at 5-1.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins put up huge numbers on Sunday - 34 points, 17 rebounds, five assists in leading his Kings to a win at the Clippers. | 11/02/2014 6:17 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins put up huge numbers on Sunday - 34 points, 17 rebounds, five assists in leading his Kings to a win at the Clippers.

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Impact

Cousins was averaging a "pedestrian-for-him" 18.5 ppg, 10 rpg so this should make fantasy owners smile.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins is in line for a monster season. | 10/25/2014 5:13 PM

News

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins is in line for a monster season.

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Impact

After averaging 22.7 points per game, 11.7 rebounds per game, 1.5 steals per game, 1.3 blocks per game, while shooting 50 percent from the field last season, Cousins should easily be drafted toward the end of the first round.

Kings center DeMarcus Cousins limped off the court in Thursday's Team USA practice, but the MRI revealed no structural damage.

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Impact

Team USA and Sacramento fans along with fantasy owners can relax.The 23-year-old was a fantasy stud, averaging 22.7 points, 11.7 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.3 blocks in 71 games last season. He's also the best big man on Team USA and without him the team would be very small.

DeMarcus Cousins receives invite to Team USA | 07/14/2014 11:59 AM

News

DeMarcus Cousins has been named to the initial 19-man Men's National Team training camp roster.

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Impact

Cousins will battle Andre Drummond for the center spot on the Team USA roster. While Drummond is a superior rebounder, Cousins trumps Drummond on the offensive end. It'll be interesting to see which big man wins out the final spot on the 12-man roster. It's also possible that neither player makes the roster as other big men Kevin Love, and Anthony Davis could hold down the center position as well.

Kings seeking stretch-four or shot-blocker | 07/11/2014 4:15 PM

News

The Kings are reportedly scouring the market for a stretch-four, or shot-blocker to come play alongside DeMarcus Cousins.

Ken Berger on Twitter

Impact

The Kings are pretty bare at the center/power forward position with Jason Thompson, and Reggie Evans set as the only backups, so this report isn't exactly shocking. There are a handful of low-end stretch-fours and rim-protectors available via free agency, but the Kings could also be looking to acquire an asset via trade. Stay tuned.

DeMarcus Cousins makes pitch to Rudy Gay | 06/20/2014 4:11 PM

News

DeMarcus Cousins stated in a recent interview that he has made a pitch to Rudy Gay to stay with the Kings.

Sacramento Bee

Impact

"We've talked, and he knows that I want him back," said Cousins. "I need him on this ride. At the end of the day, it's a decision he has to make for him and his family. We can only hope for the best. If he goes another way, I'll wish him the best, but hopefully he'll be in a Sacramento Kings uniform." Cousins also stated that his goal for next season is to make the playoffs: "We shouldn't be worried about who's getting paid this year or whatever the case may be, who's putting up numbers, whatever. We all should be worried about making the playoffs and winning as a team."

DeMarcus Cousins planning to help in Vegas | 06/20/2014 1:28 PM

News

DeMarcus Cousins is planning to visit with the Kings' summer league team in Las Vegas.

Sacramento Bee

Impact

After the Kings locked him up with a four-year, $62 million deal in September 2013, Cousins looks to be embracing the role as a team leader. He's also talked to Rudy Gay about bringing him back and has been in the news for the right reasons lately. He had a strong 2013-14 and has a chance to be the best center in fantasy leagues next season.

DeMarcus Cousins wants to play at World Cup | 06/12/2014 10:22 AM

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DeMarcus Cousins wants to help Team USA defend its title at this summer's FIBA Basketball World Cup in Spain.

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Cousins is part of Team USA's 28-player pool that will take part in next month's training camp and will be battling players alongside Andre Drummond, Dwight Howard, and Tyson Chandler for a roster spot. The 23-year-old is coming off a career year in which he averaged 22.2 points, 11.3 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.3 blocks per game and considers making the World Cup roster as one of his main goals this summer. "It would be fantastic for me to be part of the team that will defend the world title in Spain. It's one of my main goals this year. I can bring athleticism in the paint, rebounds and high energy. I am a competitor and I want to help the team keep winning titles. One of my dreams is to win gold medals with my country." Cousins said.

Kings won't deal Cousins to get Love | 06/04/2014 5:31 PM

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The Kings have made calls about acquiring Kevin Love, but their offers will not include DeMarcus Cousins.

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Yes, we know this isn't much of an update -- just like most Love developments. The Kings reportedly will trade anything else to get Love, which includes their eighth pick in the draft. There are some additional reports that the Kings are one of the favorites, and their interest in trading for Love without a guaranteed extension helps their case. Of course, nothing is imminent.

According to NBA.com's Scott Howard-Cooper, "[The Kings] are clearly looking to add at least one impact veteran in an attempt to push into the playoff conversation next season." It's unclear what exactly Sacramento might be targeting, be it a specific player, position or skill-set, but their aggressive approach is quickly becoming the norm for GM Pete D'Alessandro and owner Vivek Randive.

Sacramento finalizes agreement for new arena | 05/11/2014 11:39 AM

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The city of Sacramento has finalized an agreement for a downtown arena for the Sacramento Kings.

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The Sacramento City Council is scheduled to vote on the deal May 20. The project will cost an estimated $477 million, with the city being responsible for $223 million, and the Kings chipping in the remaining $254 million. The arena is schedule to open for the 2016-17 season, as the NBA told the city that it must open the arena by 2017 or risk losing their team.

Kings to add frontcourt player with Cousins | 05/08/2014 3:14 PM

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The Kings are looking to add a "defensive-minded" frontcourt player to pair with DeMarcus Cousins.

NBA.com

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When asked whether he'd prefer to have Cousins play power forward or center, Kings GM Pete D'Alessandro replied, "It's something I've honestly been considering since the day I got here. It is amazing that a big man can be so versatile and we're really fortunate that we can even have this discussion." Cousins had a career year this past season, posting averages of 22.7 points and 11.7 rebounds while shooting 49.6 percent from the field. It is interesting that after such a stellar season playing center, the Kings may be looking to move him back to power forward, but they are likely hoping Cousins' versatility will make for an easy transition.

NBA announces suspension of DeMarcus Cousins | 04/14/2014 5:32 PM

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DeMarcus Cousins will be suspended for Wednesday's game against the Suns.

Marc Spears on Twitter

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He picked up his 16th foul on Sunday night and the league will not rescind that infraction. Cousins was outstanding this season and averaged 22.7 points, 11.7 boards, 2.9 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.5 steals on 49.6 percent from the field. He'll be a top-20 pick in fantasy drafts next season. As for Wednesday, Reggie Evans and Jason Thompson figure to get more run, but they're not particularly strong plays on a 15-game night.

DeMarcus Cousins suspended for Wednesday | 04/13/2014 11:51 PM

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DeMarcus Cousins picked up his 16th technical foul of the season on Sunday, which means he'll be suspended for the Kings' season finale on Wednesday.

Rotoworld.com

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The technical may be rescinded, but if not DMC went out with a bang, scoring 35 points on 13-of-21 shooting with 15 rebounds, six assists, one steal and three blocks. He also became the eighth-leading scorer in Kings' franchise history with 5,178 points in his brief career, and there's some consolation in the fact that he didn't earn this suspension until the season's final game.

DeMarcus Cousins posts 32 points in defeat | 04/12/2014 6:51 PM

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DeMarcus Cousins scored 32 points in Saturday's road loss, making 12-of-27 FGs and 8-of-9 FTs with 12 rebounds, five assists, two steals and two blocks.

Rotoworld.com

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The Kings aren't going anywhere with their 27-53 record, but Cousins isn't coasting down the stretch with five-game averages of 26.6 points, 11.8 rebounds, 2.0 steals and 1.2 blocks. He'll look to finish on a high note with two home games vs. the Wolves (Sunday) and Suns (Wednesday).

DeMarcus Cousins drops 30 points in loss | 04/10/2014 1:15 AM

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DeMarcus Cousins scored 30 points with 12 boards, two assists, three steals and three turnovers against the Blazers on Wednesday.

Rotoworld.com

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He set a single-season Kings record tonight with his 51st double-double and has been outstanding throughout the year. Cousins has actually been even better since the break with his 52.3 percent from the field well ahead of his 48.3 percent before that point. He's an elite big man in fantasy.

DeMarcus Cousins goes for 24 & 14 in loss | 04/09/2014 1:01 AM

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DeMarcus Cousins had 24 points, 14 rebounds, two steals and two blocks in Tuesday's loss to the Thunder.

Rotoworld.com

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He is finishing the season on a strong note, but you have to wonder how long he's going to keep playing now that the Kings' season is essentially over. Hopefully he continues to get it done, but owners should be on the lookout for news in case he decides to shut it down at some point.

Cousins snaps the Pelicans in half on Monday | 04/01/2014 1:51 AM

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DeMarcus Cousins tied a season-high with 35 points in Monday's road win over the depleted Pelicans, hitting 13-of-18 shots (9-of-12 FTs) with 14 rebounds, three assists, one steal and two blocks.

Rotoworld.com

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Watching Cousins go through Jeff Withey and Alexis Ajinca was pretty funny, but we don't want to undersell this because the big man did things that no other big man is doing right now. He has also made it a point to keep from getting that last technical foul which would cause a suspension, so hopefully the good times keep rolling all the way until the end.

DMC turns it around vs. the Mavericks on Sat. | 03/30/2014 12:33 AM

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DeMarcus Cousins scored 17 points with seven boards, five assists and two steals in 28 minutes vs. the Mavericks on Saturday.

Rotoworld.com

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He had a horrible game on Friday with just a four-point, four-board effort vs. the Thunder and only had a mild improvement tonight. Cousins potentially gets a great matchup on Monday vs. the Pelicans to start off a four-game week.

DeMarcus Cousins limited by foul trouble | 03/29/2014 9:40 AM

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DeMarcus Cousins struggled with foul trouble in the first half of Friday's game and finished with only four points and four rebounds in 17 minutes.

Sacramento Bee

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Cousins shot 2-of-8 from the field, Rudy Gay shot 3-of-11, and without Isaiah Thomas the Kings simply didn't have enough firepower to steal a road win in Oklahoma City. He'll look to recover vs. the Mavericks on Saturday, and this dud vs. the Thunder should quickly become a footnote in Cousins' otherwise excellent season.

DeMarcus Cousins becoming Melo's project | 03/27/2014 11:30 AM

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DeMarcus Cousins has become Carmelo Anthony's project, according to the Knicks star.

Sacramento Bee

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After defeated Cousins' Kings Wednesday night, Anthony spoke about his fondness for Cousins' game and his desire to help the Kings' franchise player overcome the on-court antics he has he prone to fall into during his short career. "I love him, I love him," Anthony said of Cousins. "I'm trying to get him to calm down a little bit but I love him, his game, what he can do out there on the basketball court. He stuffs the stat sheet, points, rebounds. He can pass the ball, got a good feel for the game. He just does a lot out there but I'm just trying to get him to calm down out there a little bit. I'm working on that, that's my project." Cousins is finishing the season strong with averages of 25.8 points, 13.5 boards, 5.0 assists, 2.0 blocks, and 1.8 steals over his past five games and his fantasy owners should be joining Melo in becoming big fans of the 23-year-old's abilities.

While many big names are leaving their fantasy owners high and dry these days, Boogie isn't one of them. He's avoiding technical fouls and is averaging 25.8 points, 13.5 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.8 steals and 2.0 blocks over his last four games, shooting 58 percent from the floor and 74 percent from the line. The Kings are not going to make the playoffs and Cousins missed a game on March 16 with a sore knee, but you simply have to keep rolling him out there and hope that he continues to play for the Kings.